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FOX21's SOCO CW To Broadcast Switchbacks FC Home Games On Local Television
The Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC officially announced today that the local FOX and CW affiliate, FOX21 and SOCO CW will broadcast all 17 of the Switchbacks USL Championship home games for the second consecutive year.
The Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC will be entering their fifth season playing in the USL Championship, the largest second division soccer league in the world. To better serve its fans, the Switchbacks have partnered with FOX21 and SOCO CW to give local fans a unique viewing experience of their home matches. The Switchbacks are excited about the partnership with FOX21 and SOCO CW as they hope the partnership will also help them reach an unprecedented number of fans throughout southern Colorado.
The Colorado Springs Switchbacks Football Club began playing in the USL Championship during the 2015 season after officially announcing the franchise on December 5th, 2013. The Switchbacks led a successful 2015 campaign, finishing 3rd in the Western Conference and reaching the Western Conference semi-finals. The Switchbacks followed up their inaugural campaign with a consecutive top-three finish and reaching the playoffs in the 2016 season. The club set numerous attendance records during the 2018 season at Weidner Field, hosting the first ever sell out on June 23rd. The Switchbacks will continue to compete in the USL Championship alongside 35 other teams including expansion franchises Austin Bold FC, Birmingham Legion FC, El Paso Locomotive FC, Hartford Athletic, Loudoun United FC, Memphis 901 FC, and New Mexico United are all set to join the league in 2019.
"The Switchbacks are extremely excited to partner with FOX21 & SOCO CW to be bringing the Colorado Springs, surrounding communities and it's partners great professional soccer through TV and in-person," said Switchbacks Executive VP James Ragain. "This is a great step for Colorado Springs in that a deal like this has never been done for professional sports in Colorado Springs."
“At FOX21 and SOCO CW we are all about local and are pleased and proud to be partners with the Switchbacks FC," said Vice President/General Manager, Steve Dant of FOX21 & SOCO CW. "Nearly all the home games will air on our CW station, SOCO CW. Check your TV listing for channel location.”
FOX21 News has provided news and weather information for southern Colorado since 2001. Broadcasting over an antenna located atop Cheyenne Mountain, FOX21 reaches Colorado Springs, Pueblo, and southern Colorado on over-the air channel 21, Comcast channel 3, DirecTV channel 21, and Dish Network channel 21. FOX21 produces nearly 38 hours of local newscasts every week, in addition to showing FOX network entertainment and sports programming. The station shares a studio in southeastern Colorado Springs with sister station SOCO CW. Broadcasting over an antenna located atop Cheyenne Mountain, SOCO CW also reaches Colorado Springs, Pueblo, and southern Colorado on over-the-air channel 57, Comcast channel 7, DirecTV channel 57 and Dish Channel 57. In 2013, the FOX21 News team won the national Edward R. Murrow Award for Continuing Coverage for its coverage of the Waldo Canyon Fire.
The Switchbacks will kick off their 2019 USL Championship season on the road to the Los Angeles Galaxy II on March 9th. The home opener is on March 16th as they host the Sacramento Republic FC at 6:00 PM at Weidner Field for a St. Paddy's Day celebration with fireworks and 16oz $1 beer for the first 30 minutes after gates open at 5:00 PM. Tickets start at just $12 and are available HERE. For the price of a Switchbacks ticket and 2-5 beers, it is cheaper than buying 2-5 beers at a bar or restaurant.
The Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC officially announced today that the local FOX and CW affiliate, FOX21 and SOCO CW will broadcast all 17 of the Switchbacks USL Championship home games for the second consecutive year.
The Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC will be entering their fifth season playing in the USL Championship, the largest second division soccer league in the world. To better serve its fans, the Switchbacks have partnered with FOX21 and SOCO CW to give local fans a unique viewing experience of their home matches. The Switchbacks are excited about the partnership with FOX21 and SOCO CW as they hope the partnership will also help them reach an unprecedented number of fans throughout southern Colorado.
The Colorado Springs Switchbacks Football Club began playing in the USL Championship during the 2015 season after officially announcing the franchise on December 5th, 2013. The Switchbacks led a successful 2015 campaign, finishing 3rd in the Western Conference and reaching the Western Conference semi-finals. The Switchbacks followed up their inaugural campaign with a consecutive top-three finish and reaching the playoffs in the 2016 season. The club set numerous attendance records during the 2018 season at Weidner Field, hosting the first ever sell out on June 23rd. The Switchbacks will continue to compete in the USL Championship alongside 35 other teams including expansion franchises Austin Bold FC, Birmingham Legion FC, El Paso Locomotive FC, Hartford Athletic, Loudoun United FC, Memphis 901 FC, and New Mexico United are all set to join the league in 2019.
“The Switchbacks are extremely excited to partner with FOX21 & SOCO CW to be bringing the Colorado Springs, surrounding communities and it’s partners great professional soccer through TV and in-person,” said Switchbacks Executive VP James Ragain. “This is a great step for Colorado Springs in that a deal like this has never been done for professional sports in Colorado Springs.”
“At FOX21 and SOCO CW we are all about local and are pleased and proud to be partners with the Switchbacks FC,” said Vice President/General Manager, Steve Dant of FOX21 & SOCO CW. “Nearly all the home games will air on our CW station, SOCO CW. Check your TV listing for channel location.”
FOX21 News has provided news and weather information for southern Colorado since 2001. Broadcasting over an antenna located atop Cheyenne Mountain, FOX21 reaches Colorado Springs, Pueblo, and southern Colorado on over-the air channel 21, Comcast channel 3, DirecTV channel 21, and Dish Network channel 21. FOX21 produces nearly 38 hours of local newscasts every week, in addition to showing FOX network entertainment and sports programming. The station shares a studio in southeastern Colorado Springs with sister station SOCO CW. Broadcasting over an antenna located atop Cheyenne Mountain, SOCO CW also reaches Colorado Springs, Pueblo, and southern Colorado on over-the-air channel 57, Comcast channel 7, DirecTV channel 57 and Dish Channel 57. In 2013, the FOX21 News team won the national Edward R. Murrow Award for Continuing Coverage for its coverage of the Waldo Canyon Fire.
The Switchbacks will kick off their 2019 USL Championship season on the road to the Los Angeles Galaxy II on March 9th. The home opener is on March 16th as they host the Sacramento Republic FC at 6:00 PM at Weidner Field for a St. Paddy’s Day celebration with fireworks and 16oz $1 beer for the first 30 minutes after gates open at 5:00 PM. Tickets start at just $12 and are available HERE. For the price of a Switchbacks ticket and 2-5 beers, it is cheaper than buying 2-5 beers at a bar or restaurant.
Jordan Burt Named Switchbacks FC Captain For 2019 Season
The Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC officially announced today that Jordan Burt will be the team captain for the 2019 season.
Burt is returning to the Switchbacks for his fifth season in Colorado Springs after becoming a mainstay in the starting lineup since the Switchbacks inaugural season in 2015. Burt's versatility in defense and midfield has allowed him to amass 9,447 minutes in his professional career. He has recently become a goal scoring threat, scoring eight goals in 2017 and six goals in 2018 for the Switchbacks, tying for the team lead last season.
"Jordan has been with this club from the beginning and he has always been part of my leadership on the team, so it is his time to take the captaincy," said Switchbacks Head Coach, Steve Trittschuh. "His communication to the team is very good and the players will follow his lead to have success."
"It is crazy to think that I am going into my fifth season with the club and it is an honor to be captaining the team this year. Tritt gave me my first opportunity to prove myself in this league and is now trusting me with the armband," said Burt. "I owe a lot to him and the club and I will do my best to lead this team back to being a dominate force in the league."
The Switchbacks will kick off their 2019 USL Championship season on the road to the Los Angeles Galaxy II on March 9th. The home opener is on March 16th as they host the Sacramento Republic FC at 6:00 PM at Weidner Field for a St. Paddy's Day celebration with fireworks and 16oz $1 beer for the first 30 minutes after gates open at 5:00 PM. Tickets start at just $12 and are available HERE. For the price of a Switchbacks ticket and 2-5 beers, it is cheaper than buying 2-5 beers at a bar or restaurant.
The Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC officially announced today that Jordan Burt will be the team captain for the 2019 season.
Burt is returning to the Switchbacks for his fifth season in Colorado Springs after becoming a mainstay in the starting lineup since the Switchbacks inaugural season in 2015. Burt’s versatility in defense and midfield has allowed him to amass 9,447 minutes in his professional career. He has recently become a goal scoring threat, scoring eight goals in 2017 and six goals in 2018 for the Switchbacks, tying for the team lead last season.
“Jordan has been with this club from the beginning and he has always been part of my leadership on the team, so it is his time to take the captaincy,” said Switchbacks Head Coach, Steve Trittschuh. “His communication to the team is very good and the players will follow his lead to have success.”
“It is crazy to think that I am going into my fifth season with the club and it is an honor to be captaining the team this year. Tritt gave me my first opportunity to prove myself in this league and is now trusting me with the armband,” said Burt. “I owe a lot to him and the club and I will do my best to lead this team back to being a dominate force in the league.”
The Switchbacks will kick off their 2019 USL Championship season on the road to the Los Angeles Galaxy II on March 9th. The home opener is on March 16th as they host the Sacramento Republic FC at 6:00 PM at Weidner Field for a St. Paddy’s Day celebration with fireworks and 16oz $1 beer for the first 30 minutes after gates open at 5:00 PM. Tickets start at just $12 and are available HERE. For the price of a Switchbacks ticket and 2-5 beers, it is cheaper than buying 2-5 beers at a bar or restaurant.
Switchbacks FC Acquire Andre Rawls & Matt HundleyOn Loan From Colorado Rapids
The Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC announced today the club has signed Andre Rawls and Matt Hundley on loan from the Colorado Rapids, pending USL Championship, MLS, and USSF approval.
Per the Right of Recall incorporated in the loan agreement, the Rapids retain the right to recall Rawls and Hundley at any point during the MLS regular season, subject to MLS roster compliance guidelines.
"Andre is a big addition as a loan player from the Rapids to the squad. He brings experience and he had a lot of success last season on loan to Orange County," said Switchbacks Head Coach, Steve Trittschuh. "He has settled in great with the team and we expect a lot out of him."
Rawls was a member of New York City FC (MLS) last year but he spent the entire season on loan to Orange County SC of the USL Championship. The 27-year-old keeper led Orange County to the Western Conference Championship of the 2018 USL Cup Playoffs with two clean sheets in three games, tied for the league lead in the playoffs. Rawls joined the Colorado Rapids after being selected third in the 2018 Re-Entry Draft on December 14, 2018.
Name: Andre Rawls
Position: Goal Keeper
Height: 6' 2"
Weight: 182 lbs
Date of Birth: 12/20/91
Age: 27
Hometown: San Ramon, California
The Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC announced today the club has signed Andre Rawls and Matt Hundley on loan from the Colorado Rapids, pending USL Championship, MLS, and USSF approval.
Per the Right of Recall incorporated in the loan agreement, the Rapids retain the right to recall Rawls and Hundley at any point during the MLS regular season, subject to MLS roster compliance guidelines.
“Andre is a big addition as a loan player from the Rapids to the squad. He brings experience and he had a lot of success last season on loan to Orange County,” said Switchbacks Head Coach, Steve Trittschuh. “He has settled in great with the team and we expect a lot out of him.”
Rawls was a member of New York City FC (MLS) last year but he spent the entire season on loan to Orange County SC of the USL Championship. The 27-year-old keeper led Orange County to the Western Conference Championship of the 2018 USL Cup Playoffs with two clean sheets in three games, tied for the league lead in the playoffs. Rawls joined the Colorado Rapids after being selected third in the 2018 Re-Entry Draft on December 14, 2018.
Name: Andre Rawls
Position: Goal Keeper
Height: 6′ 2″
Weight: 182 lbs
Date of Birth: 12/20/91
Age: 27
Hometown: San Ramon, California
The Colorado Rapids signed Hundley to a homegrown contract on January 15, 2019 as the ninth Development Academy player to sign a first-team contract with the Rapids. The Colorado native spent last year at UCLA where he made 19 appearances (14 starts) in his freshman year. As a fresman, Hundley led the Bruins in scoring with five goals and seven assists as he was named to Top Drawer Soccer's Freshman Best XI.
"I have seen Matt play since he was 13 years old, so I am aware of his qualities. He has the ability to tak defenders on and cause problems and create scoring opportunities," said Switchbacks Head Coach, Steve Trittschuh. "I look forward to working with him and to see his continued growth as a player."
Name: Matt Hundley
Position: Forward
Height: 5' 10"
Weight: 160 lbs
Date of Birth: 5/11/00
Age: 18
Hometown: Littleton, Colorado
The Colorado Rapids signed Hundley to a homegrown contract on January 15, 2019 as the ninth Development Academy player to sign a first-team contract with the Rapids. The Colorado native spent last year at UCLA where he made 19 appearances (14 starts) in his freshman year. As a fresman, Hundley led the Bruins in scoring with five goals and seven assists as he was named to Top Drawer Soccer’s Freshman Best XI.
“I have seen Matt play since he was 13 years old, so I am aware of his qualities. He has the ability to tak defenders on and cause problems and create scoring opportunities,” said Switchbacks Head Coach, Steve Trittschuh. “I look forward to working with him and to see his continued growth as a player.”
Name: Matt Hundley
Position: Forward
Height: 5′ 10″
Weight: 160 lbs
Date of Birth: 5/11/00
Age: 18
Hometown: Littleton, Colorado
Goalkeepers: Steward Ceus, Andre Rawls
Defenders: Jordan Burt, Jamal Jack, Ibrahim Yaro, Ish Jome, Sam Raben
Midfielders: Rony Argueta, Kwasi Donsu, Jordan Schweitzer, Alex Molano
Forwards: Shane Malcolm, Saeed Robinson, Mike Seth, Matt Hundley
Goalkeepers: Steward Ceus, Andre Rawls
Defenders: Jordan Burt, Jamal Jack, Ibrahim Yaro, Ish Jome, Sam Raben
Midfielders: Rony Argueta, Kwasi Donsu, Jordan Schweitzer, Alex Molano
Forwards: Shane Malcolm, Saeed Robinson, Mike Seth, Matt Hundley
Vargish's View: Switchbacks FC Look To Start Season Strong On The Road
The 2019 USL Championship season is finally here, with the Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC opening their campaign this Saturday against the Los Angeles Galaxy II in Carson, California at Dignity Health Sports Park Track & Field Stadium.
Jack Quinn’s Irish Pub and Restaurant, along with the Trailheads Supporters Group, will be hosting a viewing party for Saturday evening’s season opener in downtown Colorado Springs. The match will be streamed live upstairs at Jack Quinn’s, with various prizes on hand for those in attendance. Four tickets to Base Camp at Weidner Field will be given away for the Switchbacks’ home opener on March 16th, along with two Family 4-Packs and one Couples 2-Pack of VIP tickets for the Colorado Inferno FC match on Sunday, March 10th at SoccerHaus in Colorado Springs. In addition, Jack Quinn’s will be giving away a $25 gift card for the prize drawings, with the Trailheads also providing memorabilia from previous Switchbacks seasons, including a Ziggy mascot doll as part of the giveaway. A $10 beer and burger special will be on hand at Jack Quinn’s for the watch party, with kickoff for the Switchbacks match in California at 8pm MT.
Tricky 16-year-old midfielder Efrain Alvarez was brought off the bench by the Galaxy in their opening day MLS victory against the Chicago Fire last Saturday. Alvarez, who starred for Los Dos last season in the USL, assisted Daniel Steres’ 68th minute goal as the Galaxy went on to defeat the Fire 2-1 behind a late Zlatan Ibrahimovic winner that came after a delightful touch from Alvarez in the buildup.
Despite Los Dos’ loss of Alvarez to Los Angeles’ first team, the Galaxy II maintain a roster stacked with talent. Sierra Leonean forward Augustine Williams and fellow striker Ethan Zubak form a deadly forward duo when paired together up top for Los Dos. On September 1st of 2018, the Galaxy II defeated the Switchbacks 3-1 in Carson, California behind a brace from Costa Rican striker Ariel Lassiter. Following the season, Lassiter left Los Angeles and returned to his homeland with Liga FPD powerhouse and 29-time league champions Alajuelense.
The Switchbacks hosted Los Dos in the opening USL match of the 2018 season at Weidner Field, with the home team winning by a comfortable 2-0 margin that was sealed through a second half Jordan Burt penalty kick. “I’m really excited for Saturday,” said the now magnificently mustachioed Burt. “The first game of the regular season is always more exciting and we have a lot of eagerness to get started. We have a great group here, and road games are always a test and this one will be a grind.”
Freshly signed Panamanian Ernesto Walker could feature against the Switchbacks, along with fellow newcomer and former University of Washington standout Michael Gallagher, although details about Los Dos’ lineup remain unclear given that their preseason match last weekend was played behind closed doors and away from prying eyes. Don Tchilao, who excelled with the Oregon State Beavers, scored the only goal of the match against the Real Monarchs SLC as Los Dos won 1-0.
“Right now, there’s just no way to know who they’ll play,” said Switchbacks Head Coach Steve Trittschuh. “There just isn’t the game-film on them yet but we know some of the guys who will be there and they have quality. We’re trying to find information on them; it’s just hard to get the game film. I’ve been talking to the people I know who’ve seen LA in the preseason to see what they’re about this year. But we’ve got to go in and worry about our game. We’ve been there before and been through a good preseason and we need to start the season off well.”
“I’m really excited to go – LA have a good squad,” said Switchbacks newcomer Ismaila Jome. “They’ll be good and I think it will be a quality match. I know some guys on their team and am just excited to get out there for a good game and to start the season.”
“They’re going to possess the ball well – they’re a high-energy team,” said Switchbacks midfielder Rony Argueta when asked about Saturday’s opponent. “This trip will be especially important for the new guys coming into this league or into a new conference with us out west. We are confident, we’ve had a strong preseason: I think we’ll be alright and we’ll make the adjustments we need. Hopefully we get some warm and dry weather out there – I hear it’s been raining – but we’ll do whatever is needed to play our game.”
A weekend storm in Colorado Springs forced the Switchbacks indoors to begin the week leading into the journey to the southern reaches of the Golden State. “It’s not been the best for us,” said Trittschuh. “We need to find a plowed field where we can use the space. It’s not been the best preparation but it’s more of a mental thing on how we get past it. The guys will be itching to play their first game of the season and we’re already starting to feel that.”
Following Saturday’s match, the Switchbacks will return to Colorado Springs to begin preparations for the home opener at Weidner Field against Sacramento Republic FC. The first part of the 2019 Poster Giveaway Series will greet the first 500 fans in attendance, with a fireworks display to follow the final whistle as part of a St. Paddy’s Day celebration.
The 2019 USL Championship season is finally here, with the Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC opening their campaign this Saturday against the Los Angeles Galaxy II in Carson, California at Dignity Health Sports Park Track & Field Stadium.
Jack Quinn’s Irish Pub and Restaurant, along with the Trailheads Supporters Group, will be hosting a viewing party for Saturday evening’s season opener in downtown Colorado Springs. The match will be streamed live upstairs at Jack Quinn’s, with various prizes on hand for those in attendance. Four tickets to Base Camp at Weidner Field will be given away for the Switchbacks’ home opener on March 16th, along with two Family 4-Packs and one Couples 2-Pack of VIP tickets for the Colorado Inferno FC match on Sunday, March 10th at SoccerHaus in Colorado Springs. In addition, Jack Quinn’s will be giving away a $25 gift card for the prize drawings, with the Trailheads also providing memorabilia from previous Switchbacks seasons, including a Ziggy mascot doll as part of the giveaway. A $10 beer and burger special will be on hand at Jack Quinn’s for the watch party, with kickoff for the Switchbacks match in California at 8pm MT.
Tricky 16-year-old midfielder Efrain Alvarez was brought off the bench by the Galaxy in their opening day MLS victory against the Chicago Fire last Saturday. Alvarez, who starred for Los Dos last season in the USL, assisted Daniel Steres’ 68th minute goal as the Galaxy went on to defeat the Fire 2-1 behind a late Zlatan Ibrahimovic winner that came after a delightful touch from Alvarez in the buildup.
Despite Los Dos’ loss of Alvarez to Los Angeles’ first team, the Galaxy II maintain a roster stacked with talent. Sierra Leonean forward Augustine Williams and fellow striker Ethan Zubak form a deadly forward duo when paired together up top for Los Dos. On September 1st of 2018, the Galaxy II defeated the Switchbacks 3-1 in Carson, California behind a brace from Costa Rican striker Ariel Lassiter. Following the season, Lassiter left Los Angeles and returned to his homeland with Liga FPD powerhouse and 29-time league champions Alajuelense.
The Switchbacks hosted Los Dos in the opening USL match of the 2018 season at Weidner Field, with the home team winning by a comfortable 2-0 margin that was sealed through a second half Jordan Burt penalty kick. “I’m really excited for Saturday,” said the now magnificently mustachioed Burt. “The first game of the regular season is always more exciting and we have a lot of eagerness to get started. We have a great group here, and road games are always a test and this one will be a grind.”
Freshly signed Panamanian Ernesto Walker could feature against the Switchbacks, along with fellow newcomer and former University of Washington standout Michael Gallagher, although details about Los Dos’ lineup remain unclear given that their preseason match last weekend was played behind closed doors and away from prying eyes. Don Tchilao, who excelled with the Oregon State Beavers, scored the only goal of the match against the Real Monarchs SLC as Los Dos won 1-0.
“Right now, there’s just no way to know who they’ll play,” said Switchbacks Head Coach Steve Trittschuh. “There just isn’t the game-film on them yet but we know some of the guys who will be there and they have quality. We’re trying to find information on them; it’s just hard to get the game film. I’ve been talking to the people I know who’ve seen LA in the preseason to see what they’re about this year. But we’ve got to go in and worry about our game. We’ve been there before and been through a good preseason and we need to start the season off well.”
“I’m really excited to go – LA have a good squad,” said Switchbacks newcomer Ismaila Jome. “They’ll be good and I think it will be a quality match. I know some guys on their team and am just excited to get out there for a good game and to start the season.”
“They’re going to possess the ball well – they’re a high-energy team,” said Switchbacks midfielder Rony Argueta when asked about Saturday’s opponent. “This trip will be especially important for the new guys coming into this league or into a new conference with us out west. We are confident, we’ve had a strong preseason: I think we’ll be alright and we’ll make the adjustments we need. Hopefully we get some warm and dry weather out there – I hear it’s been raining – but we’ll do whatever is needed to play our game.”
A weekend storm in Colorado Springs forced the Switchbacks indoors to begin the week leading into the journey to the southern reaches of the Golden State. “It’s not been the best for us,” said Trittschuh. “We need to find a plowed field where we can use the space. It’s not been the best preparation but it’s more of a mental thing on how we get past it. The guys will be itching to play their first game of the season and we’re already starting to feel that.”
Following Saturday’s match, the Switchbacks will return to Colorado Springs to begin preparations for the home opener at Weidner Field against Sacramento Republic FC. The first part of the 2019 Poster Giveaway Series will greet the first 500 fans in attendance, with a fireworks display to follow the final whistle as part of a St. Paddy’s Day celebration.
Switchbacks FC Futbol Show
Similar to the Coach's Show in 2018, the Switchbacks will now be hosting the Switchbacks FC Futbol Show at Abby's Irish Pub on Xtra Sports Radio 1300. The radio show will now be centered around the players, with two players attending each show to give their opinions on the season so far and what's ahead.
The first show is on March 7th at 5pm and Jordan Schweitzer and another Switchbacks player will be there ahead of the trip to Los Angeles to face the Galaxy II to open the 2019 season!
Similar to the Coach’s Show in 2018, the Switchbacks will now be hosting the Switchbacks FC Futbol Show at Abby’s Irish Pub on Xtra Sports Radio 1300. The radio show will now be centered around the players, with two players attending each show to give their opinions on the season so far and what’s ahead.
The first show is on March 7th at 5pm and Jordan Schweitzer and another Switchbacks player will be there ahead of the trip to Los Angeles to face the Galaxy II to open the 2019 season!
Switchbacks FC Players & Ziggy Read To Elementary School
On March 1, Jordan Schweitzer, Steward Ceus, and Ziggy visited Wilson Elementary School to read to the students. Schweitzer and Ceus read "One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish" to a class of first graders as Ziggy acted out the book. The Switchbacks ended the school day by going around the halls and giving out high fives to the rest of the school!
On March 1, Jordan Schweitzer, Steward Ceus, and Ziggy visited Wilson Elementary School to read to the students. Schweitzer and Ceus read “One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish” to a class of first graders as Ziggy acted out the book. The Switchbacks ended the school day by going around the halls and giving out high fives to the rest of the school!
Ziggy And The Switchbacks FC Visited Locals For A Birthday
Ziggy visited Local's to wish hair stylist Melissa a Happy Birthday! Melissa is a huge Switchbacks fan and she cuts a lot of the player's hair to keep the team looking good for game day!
Ziggy visited Local’s to wish hair stylist Melissa a Happy Birthday! Melissa is a huge Switchbacks fan and she cuts a lot of the player’s hair to keep the team looking good for game day!
Switchbacks FC Finish Preseason Unbeaten After Drawing Denver University 2-2
The Switchbacks FC drew the University of Denver 2-2 at Weidner Field Saturday afternoon to finish the 2019 preseason unbeaten.
Coming off of a 2-0 win over the Air Force Academy on Tuesday, the Switchbacks were looking to keep the momentum going for the teams opening game in the USL Championship on March 9th in Los Angeles. Mike Seth got taken down in the box to earn a penalty and Jordan Burt converted from the spot in the 12th minute. Just before half time, Alex Molano placed a free kick in the upper corner to double the lead for the Switchbacks going into the break.
In a chippy second half, the University of Denver found a breakthrough from Jacob Stensson's free kick in the 67th minute to cut the Switchbacks lead in half. Just nine minutes from the final whistle, Preston Judd's header found the back post as he leveled the game at 2-2 to end the game in a draw. The Switchbacks ended the preseason unbeaten, officially winning four and drawing two games leading up to the beginning of the USL Championship season.
"I wish preseason could've been two weeks longer, but I think we got a lot done in the last five weeks," said Switchbacks Head Coach, Steve Trittschuh. "We played well at times. Hopefully this game got us ready for LA. But we have to have a better mentality and approach to the game even though it's cold."
The Switchbacks will kick off their 2019 USL Championship season on the road to the Los Angeles Galaxy II on March 9th. The home opener is on March 16th as they host the Sacramento Republic FC at 6:00 PM at Weidner Field for a St. Paddy's Day celebration with fireworks and 16oz $1 beer for the first 30 minutes after gates open at 5:00 PM. Tickets start at just $12 and are available HERE. For the price of a Switchbacks ticket and 2-5 beers, it is cheaper than buying 2-5 beers at a bar or restaurant.
The Switchbacks FC drew the University of Denver 2-2 at Weidner Field Saturday afternoon to finish the 2019 preseason unbeaten.
Coming off of a 2-0 win over the Air Force Academy on Tuesday, the Switchbacks were looking to keep the momentum going for the teams opening game in the USL Championship on March 9th in Los Angeles. Mike Seth got taken down in the box to earn a penalty and Jordan Burt converted from the spot in the 12th minute. Just before half time, Alex Molano placed a free kick in the upper corner to double the lead for the Switchbacks going into the break.
In a chippy second half, the University of Denver found a breakthrough from Jacob Stensson’s free kick in the 67th minute to cut the Switchbacks lead in half. Just nine minutes from the final whistle, Preston Judd’s header found the back post as he leveled the game at 2-2 to end the game in a draw. The Switchbacks ended the preseason unbeaten, officially winning four and drawing two games leading up to the beginning of the USL Championship season.
“I wish preseason could’ve been two weeks longer, but I think we got a lot done in the last five weeks,” said Switchbacks Head Coach, Steve Trittschuh. “We played well at times. Hopefully this game got us ready for LA. But we have to have a better mentality and approach to the game even though it’s cold.”
The Switchbacks will kick off their 2019 USL Championship season on the road to the Los Angeles Galaxy II on March 9th. The home opener is on March 16th as they host the Sacramento Republic FC at 6:00 PM at Weidner Field for a St. Paddy’s Day celebration with fireworks and 16oz $1 beer for the first 30 minutes after gates open at 5:00 PM. Tickets start at just $12 and are available HERE. For the price of a Switchbacks ticket and 2-5 beers, it is cheaper than buying 2-5 beers at a bar or restaurant.
